Dandy Man Color Wheel® Rhododendron
Shrub
- Deep red buds open as pink and then mature to white.
- Perfect flowering hedge plant.
- Heat-tolerant Proven Winners selection.
- Zones 5-9, sun/part sun/shade, 8' tall x 8' wide at full maturity.
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EXPOSURE
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Description
Details
Patent #: USPP 31,150
Common name: Rhododendron
Zone: 5 - 9
Sun exposure: Sun (> 6 hours sun) to part sun (4-6 hours sun)
Height x width: 4-8' x 4-8'
Flower color: Red, pink, and white
Foliage color: Green
Season of interest: Year-round
Bloom time: Spring
Features: Winter interest, rare & unusual, Proven Winners, heat tolerant, evergreen
Uses: Accent, background, border, container garden, cottage garden, foundation planting, hedge, massing, ornamental, woodland.
How to Grow
Light: Sun/part sun/shade.
Water: Has average water needs.
Spacing: 4 to 5 feet apart
Fertilizing: An all-purpose garden fertilizer can be applied in spring. Check soil pH every few years to ensure that levels are correct for healthy growth, only then use soil acidifying products in your garden.
Winterizing: Planting in a protected area from harsh winter winds will help prevent winter damage. An application of mulch will help retain moisture during winter.
Maintenance & Pruning: Does not require pruning or deadheading. Prune only in spring after bloom, and just to shape plant or remove any dead growth.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
The plant arrived and it was around 6 inches tall. It was mid
April. I decided to put it under lights indoors through our first summer and then planted it in the fall when it cooled. It had grown to a 12 x 12" plant by then. I covered it at the first frost. It produced the flowers in the picture in April, one year after purchase.
I received my first Dandy man Rhododendron by mistake, but it's such a hardy little plant, I bought two more this spring. I'm going to create a wall of flowers!
It's been settling in for a few months now and is thriving! I can't wait for Spring!
I've since ordered two more, I'm building a wall of Rhody's!
plant was in very good condition....while I know there won't be able blossoms next year, I'm looking forward to seeing the new growth.
They can in looking good and healthy. Well pack! My plant's done right away. They're looking good. We'll see how they do.
Beautiful plants, up potted for summer, to plant this fall
This plant did not grow at all for 2 years, and finally died in its second winter zone 6b New York. I have purchased 30 trees, bushes, roses, and perennials from Great Garden Plants and this is the only plant that didn't thrive. Not recommended for Northeast.
Hello! We’re sorry you’re having trouble with your plants. All of our orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee and fall guarantee, but outside of those timeframes, we cannot be responsible for the care of your plants. If you’d like to talk to our customer service team, you can reach them at [email protected]. Happy gardening!
It isn't growing very quickly but it does get a little bigger each year and seems to be thriving.
So far the shrub came in perfect and is doing well.
Very pleased.
Plants look wonderful
The description of a one-quart pot is very misleading. I ordered five plants, all of them were TINY, like 2-4" of growth above the soil line. Usually stores use a one-quart pot for plants that are 6-8" tall. They seem to be healthy so, hopefully they grow in okay. Just MUCH smaller than expected.
We’re sorry you’re not satisfied with your plants! On each product page and our plant sizes page, we note that all of our plants are young. The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. Trimming only encourages stronger root development! All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee, so please reach out to [email protected] to start the claims process if necessary.
All of the plants you've sent have been very healthy and seem to be settling in without any signs of shock. Thanks for the great suggestion to let them acclimate for a few days in the shade - that made a big difference.
1 year later and it hasn’t grown or bloomed. Will be relocating in the fall hopefully that will help
We're sorry you're having trouble with your plant. Our team of expert horticulturists would love to take a closer look! Please contact us with your order numbers and photos of the plant. We look forward to helping!
Arrived quickly, safe and sound and happy.
Both are taking off with lots of new growth.
the very small plants have only been in the ground a week ask me next year if they are still alive.
We’re sorry you’re not satisfied with your plants! On each product page and our plant sizes page, we note that all of our plants are young. The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. Trimming only encourages stronger root development! All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee, so please reach out to [email protected] to start the claims process if necessary.
several with burn marks -- one heavy--has new growth--fingers crosses azaleas all have new growth-one severely cut back but i think it wiil make it free lavender died within a week
Hello! We are sorry you're having trouble with your plants. Please email pictures of the plants to [email protected], making sure to put your order number and name in the subject line so that we may provide the best assistance possible. Rest assured, we have a 60-day guarantee on all our plants. If you received your plants within that timeframe, we would be happy to apply your warranty once we receive the pictures. Happy Gardening!
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We received our plants and they were hardy and are thriving since planted! I highly recommend Great Garden Plants!
These robust plants are looking happy and healthy after a scorching dry summer. Nestled under a canopy of pine and dogwood with dappled sunlight they have flourished this 1st season! Can’t wait till they bloom!
I am having a terrible time getting these plants to grow? Can I send you some pictures and see what you think is going on? Several of the plants have brown spots on the leaves. Planted in shaded area and I am hand watering them? How much water should they get a week? Sure need a little help. Thank you
Hello! Our team of horticulture experts are always willing to help out! Please send us some photos and specifics of your growing conditions to [email protected] and we can take a closer look. Here are some resources that might help in the meantime:
Planting Guide: https://blog.greatgardenplants.com/planting-guide/
Watering: https://blog.greatgardenplants.com/how-much-water-should-i-give-my-plants/
Happy Gardening!
Plants arrived in perfect condition, and are holding up well after planting! We can't wait to see them after a couple more months
price is somewhat high with shipping for size of plant. We will see how it does
Hi Vicki, thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback. All of our plants are shipped as young plants. We're looking forward to seeing how your rhododendron thrives in your garden. Happy Gardening!
The plants died two weeks after arriving.
Hello Jimmy!
We're sorry to hear you didn't have success with your new plants. We offer a 30 day guarantee on all of our plants. If your plants ever arrive in poor condition or die within their first 30 days , don't hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected] so we can help you further. We appreciate your feedback!
My plants were received in excellent condition and are growing very well.
The plants arrived in great condition and although they were smaller than I expected, I planted them a month ago and they’ve already doubled in size. I’m very happy with my purchase!
Three questions 1) is this evergreen in Zone 6a? 2) how close should I plant these if I am trying to create a hedge? 3) how quickly will these grow (as I am trying to create a hedge for privacy)
Azaleas are evergrown shrubs so you will have some green foliage in winter. We recommend spacing them 4-5 feet apart, this will create a solid hedge without damaging the foliage as the azaleas grows and they typically take 5 years or more to reach their mature size as they are moderate growers.
What kind of soil do they like best?
Hi there! Dandy Man Color Wheel® Rhododendron will perform best in soil that is fertile, well-drained, and with a pH level around 5.5 to 6.2.